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Abandoned at 4, Marine by 17: Mike’s Journey from China to the Frontlines of Afghanistan | Part 1 | BTD Ep. 15
Episode 15: From Abandonment to Afghanistan – Mike’s Story (Part 1)
Mike’s journey begins in China, where he and his twin brother were abandoned at age 4 when their mother emigrated to the U.S. Reunited years later, they came to America at 11 and would go on to serve together in the Marine Corps during the deadliest year in Afghanistan.
In Part 1 of this powerful two-part episode, Mike shares the raw truth about loss, brotherhood, and war—from the frontlines of Helmand Province to moments of dark humor that helped them survive. After leaving the Marines, both brothers planned to return as officers... but life had other plans.
Next week: Part 2 – Their life on the force, and the war that followed them home.
Follow, share, and leave a review if Mike’s story moves you.
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By Beyond the DispatchEpisode 15: From Abandonment to Afghanistan – Mike’s Story (Part 1)
Mike’s journey begins in China, where he and his twin brother were abandoned at age 4 when their mother emigrated to the U.S. Reunited years later, they came to America at 11 and would go on to serve together in the Marine Corps during the deadliest year in Afghanistan.
In Part 1 of this powerful two-part episode, Mike shares the raw truth about loss, brotherhood, and war—from the frontlines of Helmand Province to moments of dark humor that helped them survive. After leaving the Marines, both brothers planned to return as officers... but life had other plans.
Next week: Part 2 – Their life on the force, and the war that followed them home.
Follow, share, and leave a review if Mike’s story moves you.